VCP-DCV vSphere Security Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are best practices for securing a vSphere environment against ransomware attacks?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Implement a backup solution with immutable snapshots and offsite storage.
The correct answers are A and D. Implement a backup solution with immutable snapshots and offsite storage (A) ensures backups cannot be deleted or encrypted by ransomware, enabling recovery. Enabling vSAN encryption (D) protects data at rest, preventing unauthorized access if storage is compromised. Option B is wrong because vMotion encryption protects data in transit during migration, not against ransomware. Option C is wrong because VM snapshots are not backups; they can be deleted by ransomware and do not provide long-term recovery. Option E is wrong because allowing all outbound traffic by default violates the principle of least privilege and increases attack surface.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Implement a backup solution with immutable snapshots and offsite storage.
Why this is correct
Immutable backups protect against ransomware altering or deleting backups.
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Enable vMotion encryption for all migrations.
Why it's wrong here
vMotion encryption protects in-transit data but does not prevent ransomware attacks.
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Use VM snapshots as primary backup method.
Why it's wrong here
Snapshots are not backups; they can be deleted and do not provide immutable protection.
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Enable vSAN encryption to protect data at rest.
Why this is correct
Encryption protects data even if storage is accessed.
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Configure the distributed firewall to allow all outbound traffic by default.
Why it's wrong here
Best practice is to deny by default and allow only necessary traffic.
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